Debbie McDermott is a determined legal ally who helps her clients find clarity and calm within the complex estate- and trust-planning environment. She joined Sands Anderson in 2020 and serves high-net-worth individuals and families as they navigate essential strategy and administration needs. Whether she’s addressing important estate documents, supporting philanthropic goals, or beyond, Debbie stands ready to help.

As she guides clients, Debbie believes that complete legal support depends on an ability to look critically in order to analyze gaps and opportunities. Through this attention to detail, she and her clients can work together to identify their goals and discuss any legal challenges or questions they may be facing. Having open conversations with her clients helps foster understanding and transparency while encouraging proactive dialogue between family members.

Before joining our team, Debbie worked at Kennon Craver, PLLC and also gained experience as a financial planner. As such, she understands how intricately finances connect to one’s estate. Her aim is to help each client carefully weave their legal strategies within multifaceted planning needs, so all pieces cohesively work. No matter clients’ estate and trust goals, Debbie appreciates the opportunity to work together and help serve as a voice of reason as she guides clients across the legal landscape.

In her free time, Debbie enjoys live music and sports, the performing arts, international soccer, and travel. She also appreciate moments spent over good food with friends.